That would almost be laughable except, states that still have scam vehicle inspections, that's part of their "safety" checklist also.
This must be a special they are always running as I have been using this dealer here in central MA for the "Works" appx every 10,000 miles (or 10% oil life remaining) since my 2020 Escape and have never paid more than 80 something. This time it was at appx 10,000, though oil life was still in the low 20% area. Escape would normally be down to 10% around 9500. Before I switch to full synthetic, I was paying just under 50.00. I was their a bit longer than I expected, but they were trying to find an air leak (between the dash and the door on the passenger side). Passenger feels a really cold air leak in the winter. May have to wait till next winter as tough to find when it is not frigid. lol Truck has just over 12,000 miles in appx 7 month.
Dealerships being private businesses, are in charge of their own specials, prices and how often they advertise them.
Their second service took the total cumulative service cost for 26,000 miles to date to $274, including $40 to install a $34 cabin air filter.
This sounds like the big dealership near my house. Won't go back. I drive an extra 15 minutes (2 towns away) to a smaller old line dealership. Oldest dealership in MA and still family owned. Went into big dealership for a new valve stem once... Said they could take it right away... 2 hours later they called me to the desk. Had to order the part. WTF... no valve stems for a 2020 Escape? Had to come back the next day. $200 dollars later and another 2+ hours and I had my new valve stem. Went to my local tire place (probably the larges tire dealer in New England) and had the other 3 replaced a couple weeks later then another failed. Around 100 for 3.
Would I be correct in assuming that these weren't just valve stems, but they were actually TPMS sensors?
Does the Mav have a panel under the engine/trans?
| Check Every Month |
|---|
| Engine oil level. |
| Function of all interior and exterior lights. |
| Tires, including spare, for wear and proper pressure. |
| Windshield washer fluid level. |
| Check Every Six Months |
|---|
| Battery connections. Clean if necessary. |
| Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. |
| Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength. |
| Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary. |
| Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. |
| Parking brake for proper operation. |
| Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function. |
| Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt) for operation. |
| Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary. |
| Multi-Point Inspection | |
|---|---|
| Accessory drive belt(s) | Hazard warning system operation |
| Battery performance | Horn operation |
| Engine air filter | Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses |
| Exhaust system | Suspension components for leaks or damage |
| Exterior lamps operation | Steering and linkage |
| Fluid levels 1; fill if necessary | Tires, including spare, for wear and proper pressure 2 |
| For oil and fluid leaks | Windshield for cracks, chips or pits |
| Half-shaft dust boots | Washer spray and wiper operation |
Hope I'm doing as well at 79! only 5 to go!
From several posts I've seen - the dealer techs have been just as good as quick lube places in putting those screws back.Hope I'm doing as well at 79! only 5 to go!
I thought the Mav had 16 screws on the bottom panel covering the filter. One of the reasons I didn't want to go to my usual quick change place. Not sure they would get it right.
You can get that down to around $25 total using supertech 0w20 and buying FL910s filters as a case of 12.
